AirTalk

Charles Ramsey, the man who rescued three kidnapped women in Cleveland, has become instantly famous -- we'll talk about the meaning of his notoriety and the age of internet fame. We'll also consider the recent spike in sexual assault in the military and discuss Chris Christie's weight loss surgery: how could it impact his future political career? Later, we'll look at changing trends in the names of athletic teams. All that and more, on AirTalk.

Today on AirTalk we'll examine the psychology behind kidnapping and take a look at the latest in the Cleveland case. We'll also discuss a potential ban on fracking in California and check in on the Los Angeles mayoral race. Later, we'll talk about license plate scanning, weigh whether rewarding environmentally friendly carmakers is fair, and consider the complicated funeral plans for Tamerlan Tsarnaev.

Today on AirTalk we'll discuss the unanimous ruling in the California Supreme Court that will allow local governments to ban medical marijuana dispensaries within their borders. We'll also talk about the best ways to keep your pets safe from summer heat and consider changes to the way budget airlines charge for baggage and beverage services. Later, we'll look at Ray Irani's dismissal from Occidental College, speak with Jenny Price about her new app detailing Malibu access points, and examine the ways the L.A. River is becoming part of Los Angeles communities.

Today on AirTalk we have the latest updates on the fire raging in Ventura County. We'll also consider whether media organizations should release videos made from embarrassing police cruiser footage and discuss potential transformations to the condom. On FilmWeek, Larry and the critics review this week's releases and talk about the crossover between American and Chinese film industries.

Today, we'll consider new developments in the case of OC hikers -- who should be responsible for paying for their rescue? We'll also discuss fees for homeowners who may be more vulnerable to seasonal wildfires and talk about what might happen to part time workers as ACA measures are implemented. Later, we'll take a look at about a new keyboard that may revolutionize mobile phone typing and speak with the owner of a company that rewards employees who get corporate tattoos with a raise.

Today we'll discuss the ways that LGBT advocates hope to change the immigration reform bill. We'll also consider L.A.'s synced traffic lights, examine new developments to the Boston Marathon bombing case, and speak about the weight of responsibility in the Bangladesh factory collapse. Later, we'll discuss renovations to LAX. All that and more, on AirTalk.

The Los Angeles City Council will vote on proposed improvements for LAX. Should a runway be moved closer to neighborhoods in Westchester and Playa del Rey to add a taxiway? Also, Orange County may publicize names of convicted "johns," the AAP issues guidelines for homebirths, and we review the first day of the Michael Jackson trial. Later, should amazon.com or the Amazon river have the domain name .amazon, and how does your voice affect the way you're perceived?

Should LAUSD stop serving breakfast to its students? Also, non-citizens may start receiving jury duty and a UCI Irvine fraternity apologizes for their controversial "Suit & Tie" video. Then, what's the future of the L.A. Lakers, and what's your favorite cure for a hangover? All that and more, on AirTalk.

California legislators are considering a bill to strip the California Medical Board of its powers to investigate problem physicians. Should the board discipline doctors or should the attorney general? Also, would it matter if the Koch brothers buy the Tribune Company, which includes the L. A. Times, and should doctors tell patients they're terminally ill? Then, our film critics review this week's releases, and Academy Award-winning director William Friedkin gives a behind the scenes look at his life.

Today on AirTalk we discuss if the tragedy in West, Texas, could have been avoided by stricter regulations. Also, we'll look at how Stanford's branding may be attracting more students than Harvard, our Orange County journalists discuss recent events, and we examine how the U.S. should respond if Syria has used chemical weapons. Then, will Burger King's delivery service attract more customers, and is "big data" overhyped?